Our Organization - Executive Leadership
90+ years of combined Industry Experience In North America
Patrick Perry: Managing Director G.I. Power Products Canada
Patrick has served in various roles in the tool and equipment
business during the past 30 years. His knowledge base in the world
of consumer and Industrial tools, machinery, fasteners, lighting, and
maintenance supplies has been invaluable to General International’s
growth. Mr. Perry has been an integral part of General’s strategic
business development in Canada. He has extensive experience in
overseas manufacturing and private label customization of various
power tool platforms.
John Brown : VP Sales & Marketing G.I. Power Products USA
John has an extensive background in New Business Development
and Marketing Communications including retail merchandising,
advertising, digital assets, web strategy, and next generation retail
programs. In addition to his North America sales and marketing
experience, John’s previous engineering & new product
development responsibilities with 2 large International tool &
equipment manufacturers generated multiple patent awards across
numerous power tool and equipment categories. Mr. Brown’s
portfolio also includes 30+ years of cumulative brand development
& International sales responsibilities.
Craig Valentine: President G.I. Power Products USA
During the past 30 years, Craig has served as President of 2 U.S. tool
and equipment companies. Prior to his position as President of
General International and Clarke Power Products, Craig held
positions as International Sales Manager at Campbell Hausfeld and
Champion Spark Plug Co. For the past 15+ years, he has worked
with General International’s manufacturing and engineering groups
to develop world class products for North America. Subsequently,
the combination of Craig’s broad U.S. and Global manufacturing
experience is helping General to establish healthy business growth.
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